Elijah McCoy was issued the first patent on his lubricating cup in July of 1872. Elijah kept improving his invention and received a total of 57 patents for it.
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Elijah McCoy
Elijah McCoy invented the lubricating cup on July 23, 1872.
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the lubricating oil cup was invented by Elijah McCoy on July 23,1872.
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Elijah McCoy invented the automatic oil cup so you can pour oil onto moving parts of a automotive. Elijah Mccoy also invented the Automatic Engine Lubricator,Lawn Sprinkler, and Folding Iron Board.
No he invented the automatic oil cup and lubricator.
So it would be easier for people
Elijah McCoy
Elijah McCoy was an African American inventor. He worked for the Michigan Central Railroad as a fireman. He invented a lubricating cup that made trains more efficient.
Elijah McCoy did not receive any awards during his lifetime. However, he was widely recognized and respected for his invention of the automatic lubricating cup for steam engines, which revolutionized the industry. His innovative work earned him the nickname "The Real McCoy."